Courses

Fund Accounting Principles & Practices

This 2-day course will build upon the fundamentals of the governmental accounting environment as presented in an Introduction to Local Government Finance. Participants will learn about the basic accounting and financial reporting requirements of each of the fund types. Basic budgetary reporting requirements will also be addressed. Government-...

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State Legislators' New Member Orientation

This program will offer State Legislators useful information that provides context for some of the decisions they will be making as new members. It is by invitation only for new members.

Faculty, in collaboration with the central legislative staff, have developed additional sessions to complement those offered during the...

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Sentencing Seminar

This seminar is conducted in conjunction with a UNC-Chapel Hill law school seminar on North Carolina sentencing practices. It focuses on the discretionary aspects of sentencing, using a case/discussion format. A judge, prosecutor, or defender will present cases, and participants will have the opportunity to decide how they would have sentenced...

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Crisis Communications Skills for Local Elected Officials

In support of local governments facing financial shortfalls, the Center for Public Leadership and Governance is offering 25% off the registration fee for this class. The discount will automatically be applied at checkout.

This is an online course, offered on Zoom from 10AM - 12PM.

Facing the news media or an angry...

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IIMC Clerks Certification Institute

The 2022 Clerks Certification Institute (CCI), which runs for 20 days over a year, provides instruction in subjects involving the core responsibilities of municipal and county clerks. This cohort will be offered in a hybrid setting with both on-line and in-person students. The topics covered...

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LELA 201 TOP 10 Primer: What Local Elected Officials Should Know About Enterprise Funding

LELA 201 TOP 10 Primer: What Local Elected Officials Should Know About Enterprise Funding will be held March 11, 2022 ONLINE via Zoom.

The workshop will begin at 10:00 a.m. and conclude at 11:15 a.m.

Public enterprises provide many essential services for citizens in communities all across North Carolina –...

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Stormwater and Green Infrastructure Finance

The Stormwater and Green Infrastructure Finance Workshop will be taught by the Environmental Finance Center at the School of Government. The course will cover utility fee setting, public outreach and communications, innovative uses for stormwater revenues, legal considerations, regulatory considerations, and additional considerations such as...

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Budgeting and Financial Basics for Local Elected Officials

The adoption of the annual budget is one of the most important activities undertaken by a municipal council. The budget serves as the council's primary opportunity to establish priorities and as a tool for planning services and programs, and properly managing finances. This half-day course is designed to go beyond the strategic aspects and...

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Basic Substance Abuse for Judges

This course is offered through the North Carolina Judicial College. This is a basic introduction to substance abuse in the courts. The course covers why judges need to know about substance abuse and the nature of substance use and the science behind it. It also addresses the opioid epidemic, treatment and services, and confidentiality laws. It...

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Juvenile Defender Conference

The Juvenile Defender Conference provides training for attorneys who represent children in delinquency proceedings. This conference will focus on the important legislative and case law developments from this year. This conference will also include education on interacting with the client’s parents, caretakers, other providers or officials,...

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Domestic Violence for Clerks of Superior Court

This introductory training is designed for clerks with little or no formal training or specialized experience in fields related to domestic violence. This one-day Judicial College course is intended for clerks, assistant, and deputy clerks of superior court and will cover issues related to domestic violence. Topics will include the law and...

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Forensic Evidence for Superior Court and District Court Judges

This course is offered through the North Carolina Judicial College. The course is intended for both Superior Court and District Court Judges and will cover issues that arise with forensic evidence.

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Practical Analytic Techniques for Local Government

Practical Analytic Techniques for Local Government will be offered November 17, 2021 ONLINE via Zoom. The class begins at 10:00 a.m. and concludes at 4:00 p.m. with a lunch break inbetween.

Participants in this course will learn techniques for planning, monitoring, and evaluating programs and activities. The course focuses on a variety...

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Engaging Women in Public Service: Making a Powerful First Impression

The UNC School of Government invites you to attend a workshop on "Making a Powerful First Impression." Topics include the handshake, eye contact, introducing yourself, and the effective elevator pitch. Joy Javits, president of In The Public Eye, will teach small group sessions designed to provide one-on-one feedback in an intimate setting....

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Spring Public Defender Attorney and Investigator Conference

This course is Co-sponsored by the Office of Indigent Defense Services, Co-sponsored by NC Association of Public Defenders, and Co-sponsored by NC Association of Public Defender Investigators.

The Spring Public Defender Attorney & Investigator Conference provides training on current topics of interest to public defender attorneys and...

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Planning and Zoning Legislative Update

This legislative update webinar will cover topics of planning and development regulation in North Carolina. New legislation to be covered includes updates to Chapter 160D, rules for remote hearings, and permit extension. This course will be held from 10:00 am to 11:30 am on Tuesday August 25, 2020.

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Performance Management in Local Government

This one-day course focuses on converting performance information into decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and equity. The workshop introduces analysis techniques, decision venues, and the unintended consequences of using performance management systems. This course is designed for local public managers serving mid-...

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IAAO 332: Modeling Concepts

Course 332 - Modeling Concepts introduces and explains fundamentals of mass appraisal model building. Chapter 1 explains the role of models in mass appraisal and describes basic model structures and steps in model development. Chapter 2 covers exploratory data analysis, including descriptive statistics, charts and graphs, and spatial analyses....

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Higher-Level Felony Defense, Part II

This is part two of our program for attorneys interested in handling higher level felony cases at the trial level. The focus of the training will be on two important aspects of this work: defense trial strategies in serious felony cases and sentencing advocacy. Specific topics will include defending forcible felonies, eyewitness identification...

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Intermediate Americans with Disabilities Act Course

The Intermediate Americans with Disabilities Act class is an intensive, three-day Zoom program taking an in-depth look at ADA issues of particular concern to government and community college employers. The class is limited to 60.

Prerequisite: You must have completed Introduction to Public...